Performance Enhancement Peptides

Growth Hormone Secretagogues, IGF-1 Variants, and Muscle Growth Intelligence

CATEGORY INTELLIGENCE: Performance peptides represent the largest and most diverse category of research peptides. These compounds stimulate growth hormone release, promote muscle growth, enhance recovery, and support athletic performance. Includes growth hormone releasing peptides (GHRPs), growth hormone releasing hormones (GHRHs), and growth factors.

Performance Peptide Dossiers

Comprehensive intelligence profiles on performance enhancement peptides with research data, mechanism analysis, and sourcing guidance.

11 Peptide Profiles
1 Sourcing Guide
Dec 2025 Last Updated

Target Dossiers

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Ipamorelin

Selective growth hormone secretagogue with minimal side effects. Most popular GHRP due to its clean profile without hunger or cortisol elevation. Widely used in performance and anti-aging protocols.

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CJC-1295 (with/without DAC)

Growth hormone releasing hormone analog. Extended half-life GHRH that synergizes with GHRPs. The gold standard GHRH/GHRP combination for sustained GH elevation.

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IGF-1 LR3 (Long R3 IGF-I)

Extended half-life insulin-like growth factor variant. Potent anabolic compound for muscle growth and recovery. Significantly more active than native IGF-1.

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GHRP-2

Second generation growth hormone releasing peptide. Strong GH pulse with moderate hunger stimulation. Popular for bulking and muscle growth protocols.

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GHRP-6

First generation growth hormone releasing peptide. Potent GH release with significant hunger stimulation. Used for appetite enhancement and mass gain.

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Hexarelin

Most potent GHRP for growth hormone release. Strong GH stimulation but with potential desensitization. Used in short-term intensive protocols.

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Sermorelin

Growth hormone releasing hormone analog (GHRH 1-29). Pharmaceutical GHRH used in clinical anti-aging medicine. Stimulates natural pulsatile GH release.

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Tesamorelin

FDA-approved GHRH for lipodystrophy. Extended GHRH with growth hormone hexapeptide attachment. Clinical applications in visceral fat reduction.

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MGF (Mechano Growth Factor)

IGF-1 splice variant released during muscle damage. Localized muscle repair and satellite cell activation. Research applications in injury recovery and hypertrophy.

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PEG-MGF (Pegylated MGF)

Pegylated mechano growth factor with extended half-life. Systemic rather than local effects. Enhanced stability for research applications.

Sourcing Intelligence

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Category Overview

Performance peptides work through complementary mechanisms:

  • GH Secretagogues: Stimulate natural growth hormone release from pituitary
  • Growth Factors: Direct anabolic signaling for muscle protein synthesis
  • Recovery Enhancement: Accelerated tissue repair and adaptation
  • Body Composition: Improved muscle mass and reduced body fat
  • Performance Support: Enhanced strength, endurance, and athletic capacity
STACKING PROTOCOLS: Performance peptides are typically used in combinations for synergistic effects. Popular stacks include GHRP/GHRH combinations (Ipamorelin + CJC-1295) and growth factor protocols with healing peptides.

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Performance peptides synergize with healing and metabolic peptides for comprehensive enhancement protocols.

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